The Flower City Down Syndrome Network Endowed Scholarship for Future Educators and Human Service Workers

Established by the Flower City Down Syndrome Network, this scholarship is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of compassionate and skilled educators and human service workers. It provides financial support to students pursuing a degree in Education Studies or Human Services at Monroe Community College – empowering them to become advocates and champions for inclusivity. These individuals will play a vital role in shaping environments where children with special needs, such as Down syndrome, are supported, celebrated, and given every opportunity to thrive.

Award
$920.00
Scopes
Education, Human Services
Deadline
03/30/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Why are you passionate about entering a career working with individuals who have special needs, such as those who have Down Syndrome? What impact do you hope to make in the field?
  2. If you are studying in the Educational Studies program with the intent to transfer to a four-year school, what school and program do you intend to transfer to? If you are studying in the Human Services program, what do you hope to do with your degree or certificate?